About the Lesser Coucal
The Lesser Coucal (Centropus bengalensis) is a species of bird in the Cuckoos family (Cuculidae), within the order Cuculiformes. This family contains 156 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code lescou1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Cuculiformes |
| Family | Cuckoos (Cuculidae) |
| Species | Centropus bengalensis |
| Species Codes | lescou1, LECO |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Lesser Coucal belong to?
The Lesser Coucal (Centropus bengalensis) belongs to the Cuckoos family (Cuculidae), in the order Cuculiformes.
How can I identify the Lesser Coucal?
The Lesser Coucal is a member of the Cuckoos family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Lesser Coucal sighting?
You can log sightings of Lesser Coucal on eBird (ebird.org) using species code lescou1, or on iNaturalist.